Direct instruction

Ms. Chento Subject: AP ENGLISH / POP Culture 9th & 10th Grade

PIRATE WEEK: History Vs. Literature

laims in an analysis of substantive topics or texts, using valid reasoning and relevant and sufficient evidence.
nformational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research.
ords and phrases as they are used in the text, including figurative and connotative meanings; analyze the cumulative impa
nse of time and place; how it sets a formal or informal tone).
f view, reasoning, and use of evidence and rhetoric, assessing the stance, premises, links among ideas, word choice, points
media (e.g., textual, graphical, audio, visual, and interactive elements) in presentations to enhance understanding of findin

ween Historical Accuracy and Fictionalized Characteristics

ve gleaned from the presentations and texts to complete a quiz

l evidence on the historical accuracy of Pirates, view video documentation on pirate lore an
sten to accounts of experts in Historical Nautical matters we will develop a complete pictu
Fictional literature and History.
uis Stevensons Treasure Island for Fictional Characteristics, compare and contrast them ag

omplete a Kahoot created quiz while utilizing their tech tools to assess their knowledge of our opening presentation to the pirate literature un
h based assignment on a pirate figure of their choice to include comparison / contrast to the literature versions that have been documented. M

complex): Formulate and write a proper thesis statement. Propose and defend an argument. Analyze and reflect their personal views

nts will:
e Blackbeard, AKA Edward Teach and other various pirates.
given during the lesson; they will utilize it in a future create writing assignment as it pertains to the text.
Evaluation) in which they will discuss what they liked most about the lesson.

assess, appraise and conclude, understand, utilize, participate, complete, Materials/Technology Resources to be Used:
Laptop, White boards for Discussion and Google Docs for

Socratic APP website that allows for Quizzes, comprehens

for timely answers.

Prezi APP for the Presentation that introduces the Unit bef
or PowerPoint

Kahoot for in-lesson quiz to assess knowledge

ing, and make RELEVENT to real life)

, i.e. Jack Sparrow and the Pirates of the Caribbean prior to discussing Treasure Island. Who doesnt like Jack Sparrow?

d noise to focus the students attention on the presentation.

Student Will:

ccuracy. *Take notes based on the lessons parameters, *understand

d Fictional Allusion *Draw their own conclusions between History and Fiction

*Students will state their own knowledge of pirate myths

es, Privateers, Piracy and their purpose for Governments Treasury lesson.

only known through ought pop culture *Students will receive a copy a copy of the pirate letter fo
language.
te films
*Students will receive pirate vocabulary and utilize it in a
was written in the 1600s to compare previous language with current language

that has been used in both film and literature that the students will utlize in
s that are tied to this unit.

on For the visual learners, we will supply video and pictures to connect history with Pop Culture. We will also have background

Student Will:

and list their accomplishments Discuss and choose as a class via voting, show of hands

nput from the classs discussion time Give proper input that adds to the overall positive collabo

on/Check for Understanding:

supply video and pictures to connect history with Pop Culture and help them pick pirates that they are interested in and aid in the
Student Will:

and list their accomplishments Discuss and choose as a class via voting, show of

nput from the classs discussion time handsthe person they want to use as an example

Give proper input that adds to the overall positive

collaborative environment.

on:
onal assistance, we will do frequent check ins to make sure their research is on task and assist them if any additional feedback i
 rtrayal and Pop Culture versions of pirates, students will understand and apply these movies to their own understanding of histor
says.